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Where to stay in Norway

Hotels in Norway

Hotels: 

Norway is bursting with first class establishments, many of which are family run. The big chains – Kempinski, Radisson and so on – are all present in larger towns and cities. Business hotels often drop their rates at weekends and during the summer low-season in many areas.

Bed and breakfast: 

Pensjonat (guest houses) are generally smaller and offer less elaborate facilities than hotels. British-style B&Bs don’t really exist in Norway with the closest equivalent being rooms offered in private houses. Local tourist offices will have information about these, but keep an eye out for roadside signs with rom or husrom on them.

Camping: 

Offsite camping is permitted in uninhabited areas (not lay-bys), but fires are illegal in field or woodland areas between 15 April and 15 September. You must ask farmers for permission before camping on their land. Further details are available from the

Other accommodation: 

There are over 100 youth hostels spread over Norway, some of which are open all year round. Others are in apartment houses attached to schools or universities and are only open in summer.

A rorbuis a cottage traditionally used by northern fishermen during the winter cod-fishing season. Equipped with all the necessary facilities, these are leased to holidaymakers during the summer. Prices vary wildly depending on comfort and location. The Lofoten Islands are the most popular location for these.

The ubiquitous hytter (cabins or chalets) and holiday apartments are very popular types of accommodation found across Norway, either in organised holiday parks or alone, often in remote mountain, coastal or lakeside locations. Local tourist offices can provide details.

Partner hotels in Norway

Continental Oslo

Star Rating: 5
Oslo
Stortingsgaten, 24/26
The hotel is in the centre of Oslo, overlooking the palace and the famous Karl Johansgate. It is...
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Grand

Star Rating: 5
Oslo
Karl Johans Gate 31
Housed in a building that dates back to 1874 and underwent renovation work in 2001, this luxurious...
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Thon Bristol

Star Rating: 5
Oslo
Kristian Iv's Gate 7
Hotel is centrally located just a stone's throw from the famous Karl Johansgt. This elegant...
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First Grims Grenka

Star Rating: 5
Oslo
Kongensgate 5 Oslo Norway
This hotel is centrally located on a quiet side street just a short walk from Karl Johansgate. This...
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Radisson Blu Scandinavia Oslo

Star Rating: 5
Oslo
Holbergsgt 30 0166 Oslo
This 22-storey hotel was opened in 2002 and comprises a total of 491 rooms of which 11 are suites....
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Scandic Bergen Airport

Star Rating: 4
Bergen
Kokstadflaten 2
Scandic Bergen Airport is situated in a rural location, approximately 2 km from Bergen Airport...
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First Marin

Star Rating: 4
Bergen
Rosenkrantzgaten 8
The First Marin is located a few steps up the hill from the famous Bryggen waterfront of central...
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Radisson SAS Hotel Norge

Star Rating: 4
Bergen
Nedre Ole Bulls Plass 4
The Radisson SAS Hotel Norge is located in the city centre of Bergen next to the city park. The...
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Clarion Admiral

Star Rating: 4
Bergen
C. Sundts Gate 9
The hotel overlooks the harbour. It is about 5 minutes' walking distance from the fishmarket and...
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Clarion Bergen Airport

Star Rating: 4
Bergen
FLYPLASSVEIEN
This newly built hotel is connected to Bergen Airport Flesland, with just a short walk from the...
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